Poll Question: Which is your favorite COTY 100 nominee? Why?

My favorite COTY design is the United States Liberty Gold Sunflower coin.

The sunflower and honey bee form a compelling, universally resonant symbol of the responsibility we all share. Their relationship is a vivid reminder that thriving systems—whether in government, spiritual life, or our global environment—depend on countless small, consistent contributions.

Together, they illustrate a truth that’s hard to ignore: individual actions may seem small, but collective effort is transformative. Just as a single bee cannot sustain a field, and a single sunflower cannot sustain an ecosystem, none of us alone can create meaningful change. But when we act with shared purpose, our impact becomes undeniable.

This design doesn’t just look beautiful—it persuades. It communicates unity, interdependence, and the power of many working as one. It invites viewers to see themselves as part of something larger and inspires them to take their part seriously.

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I like Canada’s Honey Bee coin. The contrast between the silver and gold plating is really nice.

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There are a lot of really nice coins in this year’s 100; it’s hard to pick just one or two favorites. I especially like to look at the circulating category because those coins are easier to collect, and it’s impressive how beautiful some of these coins can be when a lot of the general population doesn’t look at the change in their pocket.

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Some of my favorites are Italy’s Michelangelo coin, the CERN coin from Switzerland, the CIT Dunescape, and the UK George Orwell coin. I feel that the first two are important. Michelangelo is a famous artist and gave us some of the best art in history. CERN has led to amazing scientific discoveries. The Dunescape coin is impressive as a coin design. I like the simplicity of it, but it also looks technically involved. I had an opportunity to see one in person last fall, and the photos don’t do it justice. The George Orwell coin is a nice design and rather relevant to today.

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Austria’s 125 Years of the Vienna Symphony Orchestra; Canada’s Celebrating the Life and Art of Daphne Odjig; Ukraine’s The World of the Couturier’s Art. Lyubov Panchenko – Ukrainian Heritage; and France’s 90 Years of Lancôme – French Excellence series. Aside from their appearance, I am attracted to the Canadian and Ukrainian pieces because they educate collectors on overlooked yet significant artists. I enjoy the beauty of the Austrian issues and how it blends history with modern imagery. And the Lancôme piece is so fun and unique.

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Ascension Island ANA Gold Eagle. I have always loved the "End of the Trail" sculpture. I minored in Native American History, and I find James Earle Fraser's depiction of the utter weariness of the Native American struggle especially poignant.

U.S. American Liberty 2025 Gold. The use of the sunflower and bee on the obverse is unusual, as is the eagle in motion. I just find the coin visually appealing.

Austria Einstein Ring. I love the dimensional coins, and the depiction of the Einstein Ring is a reminder of the vastness of space. It's a beautiful coin.

Switzerland Confederatio (Helvetia). One of the more beautiful depictions of Switzerland's personification I've seen.

Cameroon - American Bison. A stunning representation of the machine of the Great Plains. I developed tremendous respect for them while living in Wyoming.

Australia Extragalactic. Just a gorgeous coin.

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